2018 Volkswagen Golf recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 6 2018 Volkswagen Golf recalls, newest first
Feb 14, 2024Fuel System, GasolineVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain front wheel drive 2015 to 2020 Audi A3 Sedan, 2015 to 2019 Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019 to 2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI, 2018 Golf Sportwagen GP, 2018 to 2019 Golf Sportwagen A7, 2015 to 2017 Golf Sportwagen, 2015 to 2020 Golf GTI, and 2015 to 2020 Golf A7 vehicles. Due to a problem with a suction jet pump seal inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system and possibly leak out of the charcoal canister.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the suction pump, free of charge. Final owner notification letters for Audi owners were mailed on July 25, 2024. Final owner letters for VW owners were mailed on August 13, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1 800 893 5298 or Audi customer service at 1 800 253 2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are VW: 20UF/Audi: 20YF. Vehicles that were previously recalled under 16V647 will need to have the new remedy completed. This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 16V647.
NHTSA campaign 24V110000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Jun 24, 2020Equipment, OtherVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling two 2018 Golf GTI vehicles. The VIN printed on the Federal Certification label may not match the actual VIN on the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Risk: If the stamped vehicle identification number (VIN) does not match the VIN on the Vehicle Certification Label, owners may be unable to tell if their vehicle is under an important safety recall, possibly exposing them to an increased risk of a crash, fire or injury.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a correct certification label, free of charge. This recall began July 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1 800 893 5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01E7.
NHTSA campaign 20V372000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Aug 22, 2019Electrical System, IgnitionVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015 to 2019 GTI, 2015 to 2016 and 2018 to 2019 Golf, 2012 to 2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017 to 2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011 to 2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in "Park."
Risk: Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1 800 893 5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.
NHTSA campaign 19V615000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Mar 6, 2019Suspension, RearVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 to 2019 Golf Sportwagen, 2019 Jetta, 2015 to 2019 Golf, and 2018 to 2019 Tiguan vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.
Risk: If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1 800 893 5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J5.
NHTSA campaign 19V188000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Jul 11, 2018Steering, Column LockingVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015 to 2018 Volkswagen Golf and Golf Sportwagen vehicles. The build of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition while the vehicle shift lever is not in "Park." As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Risk: Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1 800 893 5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37L5.
NHTSA campaign 18V464000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Jun 1, 2018Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Foundation ComponentsDo not driveVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas, Passat, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Golf, Golf SportWagen and GTI and Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. The brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have insufficient coating, potentially reducing the brake performance.
Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volkswagen and Audi will notify their owners. Audi dealers will bleed the rear brakes. Volkswagen dealers will bleed the front and rear brake calipers. Note: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the brake system has been checked. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1 800 893 5298 and Audi customer service at 1 800 253 2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 47N8, 47N9, and 47N6.
NHTSA campaign 18V369000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Volkswagen Golf have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2018 Volkswagen Golf, including 1 marked do not drive. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2018 Volkswagen Golf has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.